Harmison happy with preparation, not performance

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Stephen Harmison insisted England’s preparation was not to blame for their hammering by Australia as they desperately try to avoid the humiliation of an Ashes whitewash.

England’s concise build-up, which comprised a solitary one-day match and two three-day matches, has been widely cited as a reason for England suffering defeats in the opening four Tests. But the Durham fast bowler is adamant it was not a factor in their dismal displays.

“A lot has been said about preparation, but I don’t know what else we could have done,” Harmison said. “When we got back from India [after the Champions Trophy],